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fromBustle
15 hours ago

Ella Stiller's 'AJLT' Role Has A Family Connection

Ella Stiller joins And Just Like That as Mia, a character with a direct connection to her own family through a surprising storyline.
US politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
16 hours ago

Surrogate fights for baby after 21 children removed from California couple's custody

Surrogacy turned into a nightmare for a Texas mother after intended parents were arrested for child neglect, revealing deeper issues.
#childhood
#grief
fromSlate Magazine
21 hours ago

Help! I'm Still Haunted By What My Mom and Sister Did to Me on Our Vacation.

I arranged in advance for a special, once-in-a-lifetime type of tour of the city that would accommodate my mother's mobility aid.
Relationships
fromwww.mercurynews.com
23 hours ago

Dear Abby: I'm a mom and a teacher, and one of my daughter's peers wants to date me

Secrets, much like the one you're considering, tend to emerge eventually, possibly leading to unnecessary embarrassment for both you and your daughter. Consider your choices carefully before committing to a scenario that could complicate your lives.
Relationships
fromSFGATE
1 day ago

5 Key Takeaways: Child Abuser Jodi Hildebrandt's $5 Million Utah Home Is Pulled Off the Market

Jodi Hildebrandt and Ruby Franke, convicted of aggravated child abuse, were arrested in Hildebrandt's Utah mansion where several horrifying torture devices were discovered.
US news
fromwww.archdaily.com
1 day ago

Hierlooms in Concrete / Greyscale Design Studio

Heirlooms in Concrete, a residence designed by Greyscale Design Studio, represents a thoughtful response to the evolving residential landscape of Bangalore, balancing tradition and modernity.
Renovation
#the-gilded-age
fromVulture
1 day ago
Television

Jordan Donica and Phylicia Rashad Had In-Character Convos on the Gilded Age Set

fromVulture
1 day ago
Television

Jordan Donica and Phylicia Rashad Had In-Character Convos on the Gilded Age Set

fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 day ago

Official Trailer: 'Ella McCay' directed by the award-winning James L. Brooks'

James L. Brooks' new comedy "Ella McCay" follows a young woman balancing professional life and family chaos, set to premiere December 12.
Parenting
fromTODAY.com
1 day ago

Siblings Who Get Along Have This 1 Thing in Common, According to an Expert

Parents play a crucial role in shaping siblings' relationships through intentional guidance and reinforcement of positive behavior.
fromEater
1 day ago

'King of the Hill' Was Always a Food Show, Dang It

King of the Hill is back, and it continues its unique blend of humor and realism while exploring life in Texas suburbs, focusing heavily on food culture.
Food & drink
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

The Kingdom review an intensely exciting and absorbing mob drama

Powerful performances drive an absorbing mob drama set in 1990s Corsica, exploring familial ties intertwined with a cycle of revenge.
fromCurbed
1 day ago

The 3-Parent, 5-Kid, 7-Bedroom House in Forest Hills

Sara, Billy Jack, and Xanthi form a unique family structure that challenges traditional norms around marriage and parenting.
#parenting
fromSlate Magazine
1 day ago
NYC parents

My Neighbor Asked If Our Son Was OK After His "Adventure." That's How We Learned What Happened While He Was With Grandma.

fromBusiness Insider
2 days ago
Parenting

I'm an empty nester at 40 after having 3 kids earlier in life. I have the energy to pursue new things while my friends are chasing toddlers.

Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
3 days ago

Help! I Always Knew My Mother-in-Law Was Cheap. But She Just Roped My Kids Into One of Her Scams.

The mother's concern about her mother-in-law's theft should be balanced with a broader perspective on societal issues.
Parenting
fromSlate Magazine
1 week ago

I Finally Found My Happy Place After My Husband Left Me. There's Just One Problem.

Personal space and decor can affect familial relationships, as seen in the mother's condo impacting her son's feelings.
fromSlate Magazine
1 day ago
NYC parents

My Neighbor Asked If Our Son Was OK After His "Adventure." That's How We Learned What Happened While He Was With Grandma.

fromBusiness Insider
2 days ago
Parenting

I'm an empty nester at 40 after having 3 kids earlier in life. I have the energy to pursue new things while my friends are chasing toddlers.

#marriage
fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
3 days ago

In 'Closer,' Eugene author Miriam Gershow creates a character-driven novel revolving around three tangled lives and a teen's death * Oregon ArtsWatch

The intricate dance revolves around Woody Hanover, who begins an affair with Susan, and parent Stefanie Fenning, who struggles with family issues while dealing with the fallout of her daughter's death.
Books
fromBusiness Insider
2 days ago

I think it's time to move my mom in her 90s into assisted living. My siblings disagree - what should I do?

Care for aging parents requires empathy, open conversations, and researching options for maintaining independence.
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

It's Miller time at Bellflower High

The Buccaneers went 0-10 last season, but improvements are expected with the hiring of first-year coach Keith Miller and the presence of his 14-year-old son, Austin.
Los Angeles
Philosophy
fromPhilosophynow
3 days ago

The Epistemology Professor Losing it in Cincinnati

Communication breakdowns can lead to frustration in family relationships, reflecting deeper philosophical questions about meaning.
fromIndependent
3 days ago

Luke O'Neill: 'World's oldest baby' arrives 30 years after he was conceived and gives new hope for IVF donations

Thaddeus Daniel Pierce, born from a frozen embryo from 1994, is almost the same age as his parents.
Relationships
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 days ago

Asking Eric: My wife left her jewelry to a niece who doesn't deserve it. What should I do?

Make decisions based on a loved one's expressed wishes and values, not on perceptions of behavior.
#grandparenting
Digital life
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

The heartbreak of watching a parent fall for fraud: Dad, this is a scam have you given her money?' | Naima Brown

Bomba is a catfish scam; the narrator's father struggles to accept the truth despite evidence.
#real-estate
fromSFGATE
1 week ago
Real estate

Selling a Parent's Home? Here's What to Expect-and How to Prepare

Selling a parent's home involves emotional milestones, legal logistics, and family dynamics, requiring sensitivity and practical strategies during the process.
fromSFGATE
1 week ago
Real estate

Selling a Parent's Home? Here's How To Protect the Property-and the Memories

Selling a parent's home is an emotional process involving legal logistics and family dynamics beyond a simple real estate transaction.
fromSFGATE
1 week ago
Real estate

Selling a Parent's Home? Here's How To Protect the Property-and the Memories

fromThe New Yorker
1 week ago

Anne Enright on Fathers and Daughters

The grandfather is controlling and dominating; the grandmother doting and submissive. This is something that finally repulses Ivor, and that Orla also grapples with.
Relationships
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 week ago

Dear Abby: The mom leaves her kids with us every weekend

Setting boundaries with family can prevent exhaustion and resentment over unfair expectations.
Relationships
fromIndependent
1 week ago

Dear Mary: My adult son and his girlfriend have no regard for my house - it's like living in hell

Adult children should respect parental boundaries when making living arrangements.
Women
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

How a Russian mother is helping prisoners in Ukraine DW 07/26/2025

Irina Krynina left Russia to help her partner in Ukraine after he was captured while fighting.
#mental-health
fromSlate Magazine
1 week ago
Mental health

Help! My Sister Just Became a Therapist, and She's Turning Her "Power" Against Me in a Very Dangerous Way.

fromSlate Magazine
2 weeks ago
Mental health

The Last Time I Went on a Trip Without My Daughter, Disaster Struck. I'm So Terrified It'll Happen Again.

fromSlate Magazine
1 week ago
Mental health

Help! My Sister Just Became a Therapist, and She's Turning Her "Power" Against Me in a Very Dangerous Way.

fromSlate Magazine
2 weeks ago
Mental health

The Last Time I Went on a Trip Without My Daughter, Disaster Struck. I'm So Terrified It'll Happen Again.

Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
1 week ago

I Keep Having the Same Depraved Dream About My Stepcousin. Please Make It Stop.

Recurring dreams about a family member can happen without attraction; they may reflect thought loops and unconscious processing of daily experiences.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 week ago

Dear Abby: I'm trying not to respond to her cruelty but the insults rattle me

Communication about sensitive topics is vital, especially when dealing with illness or changing dynamics in relationships.
fromThe Cut
1 week ago

The Interior Designer Whose Date Is a Sex Addict

I wake up in my charming new Brooklyn apartment feeling a mix of excitement and anxiety. I'm new here, both to the brownstone and to New York.
Los Angeles
#single-parenting
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago
US news

Are you a single mom? We want to hear from you about your challenges and life experiences

America has the highest rate of children living in single-parent households.
fromTODAY.com
1 week ago
Women

Is Tia Mowry a Single Mom? The Divorced Parent Responds to Backlash Over the Term

Tia Mowry faces backlash for identifying as a single mom despite co-parenting, emphasizing her role as the primary caregiver in her household.
fromScary Mommy
1 week ago

I Didn't Expect The Sims 4 To Be So Helpful With Our Family's Sex Talk

The Sims can facilitate important discussions about relationships and sexuality between parents and children.
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

Monsters May be Closer Than They Appear

Strong relationships create cognitive biases that impair objectivity, leading to denial about loved ones' criminal behavior.
fromIndependent
1 week ago

Bill Linnane: I want to turn my 22-year-old daughter's bedroom into a home office - but she still thinks it's her room

The housing crisis in Ireland affects families wanting to convert children's bedrooms into home offices.
fromPolygon
1 week ago

The Spiritfarer team's next game is all about messed-up families and super cool swords

Exploring death positively through games challenges traditional views, as seen in Spiritfarer.
fromSlate Magazine
1 week ago

Help! I Thought I Dreamed Up the Perfect Baby Name. Then I Realized Where I'd Heard It Before.

When a kid is just an idea, their name is one of the most interesting things to think about. But once they exist, there's so much else to enjoy, juggle, and struggle with.
Relationships
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 week ago

Asking Eric: This is not how I wanted my life to end, and I feel totally betrayed

The individual feels betrayed and isolated after his wife of 50 years declared her desire to live separately.
#abuse
fromConsequence
1 week ago

Happy Gilmore 2 Is Soaked in Nostalgia and Cameos: Review

Happy Gilmore, now reflecting on his past as a pro golfer, faces life struggles after a decade away from the sport, needing to return for his daughter's future.
Film
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

The Challenge of Having, or Being, an Older Sister

Oldest sisters often exhibit controlling and perfectionistic traits due to family dynamics and societal expectations.
fromSlate Magazine
1 week ago

My Husband Made Me Choose Between a Move or Our Marriage. I Think I Made the Wrong Choice.

Navigating a significant life transition can lead to unexpected personal discontent and cultural adjustment challenges.
fromwww.esquire.com
1 week ago

What I've Learned From My Son With Autism

When my son Sam was seven or eight years old, he spent a good bit of time on weekends upside down on a floral-print armchair in our living room.
Relationships
Science
fromScary Mommy
1 week ago

A Study Found Families With 3 Or More Kids Are More Likely To Have All Boys Or All Girls

Families with three or more children have higher probabilities of giving birth to all boys or all girls, deviating from expected 50/50 odds.
fromScary Mommy
1 week ago

Child-free Weddings Are Understandable, But Should Newborns Count?

"Some people are looking for a particular vibe that is antithetical to the presence of children running around."
Relationships
#fantastic-four
fromIndieWire
2 weeks ago
Film

'The Fantastic Four: First Steps' Review: Marvel's Most Famous Family Trips Over Itself in MCU Debut

fromIndieWire
2 weeks ago
Film

'The Fantastic Four: First Steps' Review: Marvel's Most Famous Family Trips Over Itself in MCU Debut

fromSlate Magazine
1 week ago

I Gave My Nieces a Generous Gift. Now It's Tearing Them Apart-and I'm Getting All the Blame

Family dynamics complicate generosity; unmet expectations can lead to conflict.
Chicago
fromBusiness Insider
1 week ago

We moved to Ohio because we thought it was the right thing to do, but we didn't last long

Moving from Chicago to Ohio was intended for family support but resulted in regret and longing for community.
Despite initial resistance, love for Chicago developed over time, influencing life decisions.
Books
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

A young woman is caught between worlds in 'The Tiny Things Are Heavier'

Reading immigrant novels reveals the complexities of home, guilt, and identity in the context of migration and belonging.
fromSlate Magazine
1 week ago

Help! My Son Just Dropped the News That He Donated His Sperm. It's Given Me a Brilliant Idea.

You can reach out if, and only if, you ask your son to ask the moms if they're interested in connecting with you as a bonus grandma.
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
1 week ago

I Wrote a Book About Being a Dad. Pro-Israel Protesters Showed Up to Object. I Asked Them Why.

The book, 'Becoming Baba', chronicles the experience of having Muslim parents and raising Muslim children in a frequently hostile environment, reflecting the author’s personal heartbreak over incidents in Gaza.
Social justice
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 week ago

Harriette Cole: My mother's revelation puts my childhood in a different light

My mother confided in me that she never really enjoyed being a mother, despite loving me and my siblings. The day-to-day experience was overwhelming and exhausting for her.
Relationships
fromIndependent
2 weeks ago

Is there an 'ideal' number of children? We asked parents of small, medium and large families how they decided how many kids to have

When I found out I was pregnant, it terrified me, but it turned out to be the best thing to happen to me.
Relationships
fromConsequence
2 weeks ago

In Television as in Music, Ozzy Osbourne Was the Revolution

The Osbournes positioned itself as a family sitcom without a script, finding humor in a middle-aged rock star and his family behaving like ordinary people.
Television
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

The Fantastic Four: First Steps review Marvel regains buoyancy with wacky superhero family sitcom

Marvel has revived the lighthearted essence of superhero stories with a retro portrayal of the Fantastic Four living in a whimsical 1960s New York.
fromBusiness Insider
2 weeks ago

My teen made up to $30,000 a month from YouTube

Ultimately, the money wasn't worth the chaos influencing created, she says.
Digital life
Science
fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago

Have all girls or all boys? Study suggests the odds aren't 50/50

Families may have a distinct tendency toward having either boys or girls during childbirth.
Psychology
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
2 weeks ago

Optimists Are Alike, but Pessimists Are Unique, Brain Scan Study Suggests

Optimists exhibit similar brain activity patterns, while each pessimist's brain patterns are unique, reflecting differences in imagining the future.
fromPsychology Today
2 weeks ago

Caring for a Difficult Elderly Parent During a Transition

Caring for a frail parent with obsessive-compulsive personality disorder is a constant test of patience and frustration, leading to moments of anger and anxiety for the caregiver.
Mental health
Parenting
fromSlate Magazine
2 weeks ago

My Son Wants Me to Love All My Grandkids the Same. I'm Not Sure I Can.

Navigating relationships with step-grandchildren requires time, especially when special needs are involved.
Relationships
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 weeks ago

Asking Eric: There's nobody to complain to about the man in the gym

A neighbor's body odor creates discomfort in a shared gym space, prompting community reminders for hygiene and ventilation.
fromPsychology Today
2 weeks ago

Borderline Personality Resistance to Emotional Regulation

Emotional dysregulation is often associated with lashing out at others, self-harm, and other socially and physically disruptive behaviors.
Mental health
fromSlate Magazine
2 weeks ago

I'm Planning a Wedding With My Mom. I'm Worried We'll Reenact a Terrible Part of My Teenage Years.

You can be proactive about this and you can make a plan for de-escalation if your prophylactic measures fail. Mother and daughter being close is a wonderful thing. Being 'prone to fighting' is not.
Parenting
fromBusiness Insider
2 weeks ago

My sister lived with my partner and me when I was pregnant and we were newlyweds. She moved out 5 months after moving in.

Those first couple of months living together were really fun. My sister landed a corporate job in the city and quickly settled into Melbourne life.
Relationships
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 weeks ago

Dear Abby: After the split, my son-in-law sent me this email

Your daughter's confession of infidelity might be partially fueled by her feelings towards your past actions. The husband’s sharing of her email highlights complex family dynamics.
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
2 weeks ago

Help! My Mom Ran a Background Check on My Fiancee. Uh Oh.

Engagement should not be affected by familial interference and personal pasts.
Relationships
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 weeks ago

Harriette Cole: I keep replaying this distressing moment from my wedding

A cousin disrupted a wedding ceremony by arriving late and wearing a flashy dress, causing feelings of hurt and disrespect for the bride.
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

The Assassin: Keeley Hawes' sweary, funny mum-as-a-hitwoman drama is like nothing else

Telly assassins possess admirable qualities but also present significant dangers, encapsulated by a character who navigates her violent past with humor.
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